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Meet our current Research interns at the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation
We are delighted to introduce Ivana Samujh, Syethemba Zungu, and Ntombencinci Mxotwa – our newest interns with our Research team.
Bakkies, the elephant seal, has returned to the Cape
Cape Town's shores have long played host to some fascinating (and rather large) visitors from the South Atlantic Ocean: Southern elephant seals! Most recently, a repeat visitor, called Bakkies, has returned.
The Two Oceans Aquarium family waddled for the African penguin
On International African Penguin Awareness Day, our Two Oceans Aquarium family waddled together in support of the African penguin!
The remarkable rescue of new turtles, Ginger and Bayleaf
In September 2025, the Turtle Conservation Centre team was reminded just how big and beautiful our turtle community is when two turtles were rescued and transported to us on the very same day.
Green turtles were downlisted on the IUCN Red List: Why conservation must continue
In October 2025, the green turtle’s (Chelonia mydas) global conservation status was changed on the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN)’s Red List from Endangered to Least Concern. This is a significant success for one of the ocean’s most iconic species, and it is a result of decades of tireless conservation work around the world. While the global trend is encouraging, the story is not a one-size-fits-all, and localised conservation remains critical.
Our Eastern Cape-based Marine Sciences schools embarked on a field trip for Grade 10 learners
At the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation’s Ocean Campus, experiential learning is a core aspect of our teaching philosophy and a huge part of who we are. For the schools across South Africa that offer Marine Sciences, this is no different. The Eastern Cape Marine Sciences learners recently had an incredible, jam-packed field trip in Boknes that brought together 113 Grade 10 learners, 11 teachers, and seven student teachers.
Diving deep: Highlights from the 2025 Young Biologist course
From Saturday, 4 October to Friday, 10 October 2025, the Two Oceans Aquarium came alive with the energy of 52 passionate students embarking on the Young Biologist Course, a week-long journey of discovery, teamwork, and transformation.
Inspiring future Marine Scientists with the Junior Biologist course
The aim of this course was to introduce learners from previously disadvantaged areas to the wonders of marine ecosystems through hands-on and practical learning experiences. By combining interactive lessons, fieldwork, and real-world exploration, we sought to spark curiosity, build environmental awareness, and inspire the next generation of marine ambassadors.
Meet Cinnamon, our feisty hawksbill turtle in rehabilitation
On 13 February 2025, a hawksbill turtle was rescued from a tidal pool in Cape Point. She arrived at the Turtle Conservation Centre in a dire state and in desperate need of help.
Nobomvu, the loggerhead turtle’s final tracking update
Nobomvu, the beloved loggerhead turtle often referred to as our “Red Lady”, has sent in her final satellite tracking update. After 659 days covering an incredible 25 500km, Nobomvu’s satellite tag has stopped transmitting. This marks the end of the Turtle Conservation Centre’s four-year journey with her. Over her tracking period, she travelled close to 40km every single day!
The Two Oceans Aquarium receives the Mayor's Medal for Conservation
On 14 November 2025, the Two Oceans Aquarium was awarded the Mayor’s Medal for Conservation in the City of Cape Town’s Civic Honours Ceremony.
Birdmouth wrasse
Birdmouth wrasses are small, elongated fish that display strong sexual dimorphism (males and females look different). Males are vivid blue-green with yellowed fins. Their snouts grow disproportionately long, often with bulbous protrusions. Females are significantly smaller, with comparatively drab colouration. They are yellow-brown with white underparts. Their snouts are also elongated, but more slender than the male’s. Birdmouth wrasses use their elongated snouts, which have small mouths on the end, to prey on small invertebrates in cracks and crevices. They are abundant around Indian Ocean reefs, particularly on the African coast.